Paula's Choice is Your Right Choice!

Paula's Choice is a leading multinational skincare brand with over 29 years in the industry! Our mission is to empower people around the world with the knowledge and products they need to achieve their own definition of beauty. We're looking for passionate and talented people to join our team as we continue to revolutionize the beauty industry.

Paula's Choice is committed to diversity! Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. We hope you agree. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for empowering people to achieve their own definition of beautiful, Paula's Choice could be a wonderful fit for you.

What we offer you*:

A robust benefits package including health, vision, dental, retirement and more
Flexible spending account, Employee assistance program
Fitness perks, meditation app membership, and more
Product samples and discounts
Most roles are fully remote (roles that are required to be at our Seattle HQ can be found in the details section of this job post)
Great location - for roles that are hybrid or fully onsite, we're in the heart of Seattle's beautiful International District
Did we mention we're a dog-friendly office?
Please note these benefits are only available to full-time Paula's Choice employees.

In addition to our core benefits outlined above, here's some additional reasons you should consider a career at Paula's Choice:

We're committed to innovation - we're constantly developing new and innovative products that are based on the latest scientific research.
We're customer centric - we believe that our customers deserve the best possible products and services.
We're a diverse and inclusive workplace - we value diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our business and have committed to learning along the way. We believe that our employees' unique perspectives and experiences make us a stronger company.
We're passionate about making a difference - we believe that beauty is more than just skin deep. We're committed to using our platform to share research, education, and skin positivity.

If you're looking for a career where you can make a real difference, join Paula's Choice today! We're looking for talented and passionate individuals to help us change the world one face at a time.

How You'll Have An Impact At Paula's Choice

As the Director, North America People & Culture, you will be a key strategic partner responsible for leading HR initiatives, programs, and policies across the region. Working closely with the Vice President of Global People & Culture, you will drive the development and implementation of HR strategies for the North America region to support business objectives, foster a positive work culture, and ensure compliance with local and federal regulations.

What will make you stand out: strategic thinking, excellent judgment, and a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion to drive our business-minded approach. We value individuals with strong critical thinking skills, initiative, and a passion for growth in our fast-paced, expanding organization.

As Director, North America People & Culture, a typical day might include a mix of the following:

Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business goals and objectives.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB): Integrate DEIB practices, promoting an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and supports belonging for all employees.
Organization Design and Effectiveness: Ability to counsel business leaders on organization structure and processes that enable them to achieve business goals and set employees up for success.
Talent Management: Oversee talent acquisition efforts, develop recruitment strategies, and ensure the attraction, retention, and development of top talent. Implement performance and talent management systems and practices to drive employee engagement and growth.
Learning and Development: Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement learning and development practices and programs that enhance employee skills and capabilities, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Employee Relations: Lead efforts in fostering a positive employee relations climate, providing guidance on conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and ensuring fair and consistent application of company policies.
Total Rewards and Benefits: In collaboration with VP, People & Culture, manage and optimize compensation, benefits, and rewards programs to attract and retain top talent while ensuring competitiveness within the industry.
Compliance, Payroll and HR Operations: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Oversee HR operations, policies, and procedures, including payroll, HRIS, and data management.
HR Opex Forecasting/Budgeting: Develop, monitor, and manage HR operational expenditures (Opex) and budgets for the North American region. Identify cost-saving opportunities and provide strategic recommendations for optimizing HR expenditures.
Office Management and Administration: Oversee office operations and administration, ensuring a conducive and efficient work environment. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to manage office facilities, vendor relationships, and health and safety protocols.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

The Details

Location: Seattle, WA (Must be located in Seattle or willing to relocate)
On-Site Requirement: This individual must be willing to work on-site at our Seattle office 3 days per week.
Hours: Typical business hours
Physical requirements: Ability to handle both sitting and screen time for long periods of time
Travel requirements: 10-20%

What You'll Bring To The Table

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master's degree preferred) and or 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Proven functional HR Business Partner expertise and strength in at least one HR specialization
Proven ability to think creatively, innovate, and adapt quickly in a dynamic and global environment
Strong agility in responding to changing business needs and industry trends
Experience and flexibility working in a global organization aligning practices globally while driving locally relevant practices
Demonstrated initiative, self-motivation, and ability to take ownership of projects
Proactive problem-solver with the capacity to think strategically and execute with precision
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong understanding of North American employment laws and regulations
Strategic thinker with the ability to drive change and innovation

What Can Help You Really Stand Out

SHRM or HRCI certification preferred
Experience working in a global organization and/or subsidiary of a larger parent company
Experience in ADP, Greenhouse
Experience in beauty industry or retail
Willingness to travel as needed

Approximate Salary Range Based on Experience and Location:

$130,000 - $150,000 USD/annually

Paula's Choice Skincare determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external and internal equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.

For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. The exact base salary is determined by various factors including experience, skills, education, geographic location, and budget. This position is also eligible for participation in the company discretionary bonus plan.

Paula's Choice Skincare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other classification protected by Federal, State or Local law.

We are committed to create a workplace that is inclusive of all. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full authentic self to work. Where embracing cultural differences, accepting others without bias, and antiracism are reflexes, not an initiative.

Please Note

At any time, with or without notice, Paula's Choice reserves the right to add/delete/change the position's requirements.

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